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Never Say Die!4. Sneakers (1992)While our hosts haven't shared their individual short-lists of movies to pick from, Sneakers was surely on both of them. Rafe and Drew talk about this iconic 1992 heist film, complete with an excellent plot and a star-studded cast. Listen as Rafe dislikes baseball movies, Drew torments himself with his draft selection, and the duo rave about one of their favorite movies, which holds up incredibly well despite being over thirty years old.
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2024-06-011h 15Never Say Die!Inter-MISSION: Rogue One: A Star Wars StoryIt's Inter-MISSION time! Drew and Rafe are back to look at Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and things they might have missed the first time around. They discuss some of Rafe's Star Wars inspired ideas for D&D, stat their Rogue One characters, give their ideal break-in locations from the podcast homework, and announce the next Heist movie they'll be taking on.
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2024-04-1551 minNever Say Die!Special: Oscar Predictions 2024Rafe and Drew are still overdue on our next episode (it's coming! we promise!) but we wanted to get something on the feed for those of you waiting. Rafe does an annual Oscars prediction episode on his other podcast, so we're sharing it here as well. WARNING: This episode does contain a small amount of explicit language. It's not much, but it's different from how we normally run things, so we wanted to make sure that was clear.
Rafe brings together a panel of movie experts to discuss this year's Oscar nominees and make their predictions. Join...
2024-03-041h 27Never Say Die!Inter-MISSION: Vampires vs. the BronxIt's Inter-MISSION time! Drew and Rafe are back to look at Vampires vs. the Bronx and things they might have missed the first time around. Even bigger, however, is the release of the Kids on Bikes: Second Edition rules to Kickstarter backers, so Drew and Rafe spend a lot of time talking about some of the changes that have made their way to the final cut and their roles in the test-play group. They dive into listener feedback, give their answers for Podcast Homework, and chat about Crowd-Funded projects that have caught their eyes recently. This is the last mo...
2023-07-311h 12Never Say Die!11. The Gate (1987)We return to the '80s for Rafe's last pick of our first season: 1987's The Gate. This is a movie that Rafe chose blindly. Did this go as well as his first blind pick, The Kid Who Would Be King? Rafe and Drew talk about the movie and then start to dive into ways to open... and close... The Gate for the players at your gaming table (hint: it has nothing to do with Zoids... or does it?).
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2023-06-051h 20Never Say Die!Inter-MISSION: It: Chapter OneIt's Inter-MISSION time! Drew and Rafe follow up their lengthy conversation about It: Chapter One with things they might have missed the first time around. They dive into listener feedback, give their answers for Podcast Homework, and chat about Crowd-Funded projects that have caught their eyes recently. Finally, they reveal the movie they'll be talking about for our next episode, which is Rafe's last pick as the Kids on Bikes season starts to draw to a close.
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2023-05-221h 02Never Say Die!9. Stand By Me (1986)It's Rafe's turn to have a nostalgia pick with this month's selection, Stand By Me. Despite Rafe's skepticism about whether this would make a good pick or not (including an early apology), Rafe and Drew really dig in and find quite a bit to like, both about the movie and about gaming ideas that can come from the film, thus proving not every "nostalgia pick" has to be a bad selection for use at the gaming table.
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Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Oscar Movies 2023Rafe jumps beyond the screens to talk about last week's lack of episode and a temporary new format for the podcast's release schedule. Then he gives his thoughts on this year's batch of Oscar nominations, as well as spoiler-free mini reviews of Everything Everywhere All at Once, The Banshees of Inisherin, and Tár. Let us know what you think of this year's Oscar-nominated films or your responses to his takes on these movies by contacting us through the links below!
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2023-02-0915 minHave Not Seen This88. Short Term 12 (2012) with Thomas MarianiRafe is joined by last-minute fill-in Thomas Mariani, who has previously discussed films ranging from Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story to Green Room to The Muppets Take Manhattan. This selection is unlike any of those others! Short Term 12 is a solid, rather harrowing drama - a far cry from the genre selections Thomas has brought before. It also may very well be Rafe's favorite movie that he's discovered through his own podcast, and a film that Rafe found a very deep emotional connection to. Listen as Rafe and Thomas discuss the film, Tubi as a streaming platform, and m...
2023-01-261h 06Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Disturbing MoviesGetting back into our regular routine means the return of the Friday Inquiry, where we ask a question related to the movie of the week on our social media. This week the question was inspired by Rafe's desire not to watch Se7en again after he originally saw it - we asked: what's a movie you won't watch, not because it's bad, but because it's simply disturbing? We got a slew of answers to talk about, as well as setting up the main episode for this week.
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2023-01-1608 minHave Not Seen This86. Se7en (1995) with Joe McDonnellThis week's movie is the first film picked for the podcast that Rafe swore he would never watch again. But the rules of the podcast are very simple: the guest picks the movie and Rafe has to watch it. Join Rafe with returning guest Joe McDonnell, who picked the dark, gritty, David Fincher-directed Se7en as his next film for discussion. Why didn't Rafe want to watch it? What does this have to do with Joe's previous picks (Batman Returns and Necessary Roughness)? Have a listen and find out!
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2023-01-121h 19Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: The ReturnYes, it's been quite a while since we've done one of these, but we're back. Or at least we're attempting to be. In this Beyond the Screens, Rafe talks about his hope for the return of the show, trying to find balance, and previews this week's new episode: Se7en, a pick that was problematic for reasons he'll get into in the main episode.
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2023-01-0904 minHave Not Seen This85. Smokey and the Bandit (1977) with Joe GallantThis week's movie selection was a bit of a concern for Rafe, who has voiced his issues with comedies in the past. Thankfully, guest Joe Gallant quickly turned him around on this silly, plot-light - and yet perfectly enjoyable - '70s comedy, Smokey and the Bandit. Rafe and Joe talk about the movie, Burt Reynolds as a '70s icon, the decade's infatuation with CB Radios, and more! Let's haul ass!
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2022-01-131h 17Have Not Seen This83. The Fly (1986) with Drew MeyerWe're closing out our "spooky season" with David Cronenberg's 1986 remake The Fly, courtesy of Drew Meyer who has been on previously to discuss The Thing and The Blob. While it isn't exactly an autumnal horror movie that brings thoughts of Halloween to mind, it's a really interesting character study that Drew loves and Rafe had not seen before. Join them as they discuss the '80s era of film, The Fly, and Rafe's aversion to Geena Davis.
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2021-10-281h 18Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Remakes and DuneLast week we talked the Night of the Living Dead remake and we have another remake coming this week, so it seemed the perfect time to talk about remakes online. Rafe polls Facebook, Twitter, and Reddit to see what people's favorite and least favorite remakes are. Speaking of remakes, Dune came out this week and Rafe offers up his spoiler-free review of the movie.
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2021-10-2513 minHave Not Seen This82. Night of the Living Dead (1990) with Adam ThomasAdam Thomas returns to the show with his pick for this year's "spooky season" and it's a movie that really surprised Rafe: the remake of the horror classic Night of the Living Dead. Rafe and Adam talk about remakes in general, Patricia Tallman and Tony Todd's interesting roles within the remake, the accusations of why George Romero was involved in this remake in the first place, and (oddly) Rafe's age (note: I'm not as old as Adam makes me out to be).
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2021-10-211h 08Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Menacing Movie PerformancesLast week's look at Green Room led us to asking over the weekend about other menacing movie performances. We talk about the ones our community recommended in this backstage episode. Rafe also talks a little about Netflix's Squid Game and then sets up this week's movie discussion about a horror remake.
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2021-10-1805 minHave Not Seen This81. Green Room (2015) with Thomas MarianiWe're kicking off our "spooky season" a little late, but still starting with quite a bang. Thomas Mariani returns to the show for a fourth time to talk about Green Room, a movie that has the tragic status of being actor Anton Yelchin's final, and yet most promising, film. Put him up against Patrick Stewart as the head of a neo-nazi organization and even standing on opposite sides of a closed door the tension is palatable. Since it isn't a traditional "horror movie," Rafe and Thomas end up talking about their experience and opinions on what makes a movie a...
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Never Say Die!The Zero SessionDrew Meyer (Doctor Who: Who & Company) and Rafe Telsch (Have Not Seen This) sit down to discuss their new podcast: Never Say Die! From the Silver Screen to the GM's screen, "Never Say Die!" looks at movies and asks, what can it teach me to improve my gaming experience? In this zero session, Drew and Rafe introduce themselves and outline what listeners can expect from the new podcast.
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2021-10-1125 minHave Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Podcasts! Podcasts! Podcasts!Happy October everyone! The spooky season is upon us and it's time to talk about some spooky movies. In this "Beyond the Screens" Rafe gives updates on his various podcast projects and then talks about Disney's Muppets Haunted Mansion, a project that combines two of Rafe's favorite things. How did it end up? Take a listen to find out, and come back on Thursday for our regular movie discussion episode!
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2021-10-1108 minHave Not Seen This80. Don Verdean (2015) with Price AshePrice Ashe returns to the podcast with another comedy in tow, this time one you probably Have Not Seen: 2015's Don Verdean from Jared Hess (Napoleon Dynamite). Rafe and Price discuss Hess's varied career, hypothesize over Rafe's aversion to comedy films, and go on plenty of tangents, including a tribute to the recently-passed Norm MacDonald.
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2021-09-231h 05Have Not Seen This79. Summer of 84 (2018) with Soup from NazariaRafe has mentioned on several different episodes over the past few months about joining in on several audio drama projects. This week sees the man in charge of one of those projects, an entity known as "Soup," joining the podcast to discuss his selection: Summer of 84. These two men, one who was alive in 1984 and the other who wasn't, talk about Kids on Bikes movies, the relationship between this movie and The Burbs, Dungeons and Dragons, and more!
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2021-09-161h 06Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Movie Food and The Matrix Resurrected Trailer ReactionRafe is finally settled into his new house and is ready to record! This week Rafe talks about last week's Friday Inquiry about favorite movie food, reacts to The Matrix Resurrection trailer, gives an update on his other podcast project that was teased a few months ago, and invites you to check out the world of Nazaria, an audio drama created by this week's guest that Rafe has joined for its upcoming season two. Join us again on Thursday for our normal movie discussion!
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2021-09-1313 minHave Not Seen This78. Ravenous (1999) with James RodriguesJames Rodrigues returns with yet another movie Rafe was unaware of before it being picked for the podcast: 1999's Ravenous which stars a heck of a cast including Guy Pearce, Robert Carlyle, and Jeffrey Jones. We discuss visiting movies with problematic people involved (Jones), the influence of movie soundtracks, Guy Pearce channeling his best Ethan Hawke, and the fine line between cannibalism and vampirism as part of our conversation surrounding this oddball comedy/horror/western picture you probably Have Not Seen.
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2021-09-091h 04Have Not Seen This77. Necessary Roughness (1996) with Joe McDonnellWe're talking football this week with Joe McDonnell, who previously appeared to talk about Batman Returns. This time Joe picked the 1996 football comedy Necessary Roughness. Listen as Joe and Rafe bond over their appreciation of Scott Bakula, rant about Rob Schneider, and Joe tries to get Rafe, who is notoriously not a "sports person," a little more into sports movies.
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2021-09-021h 11Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Explaining Episode Delays and The Suicide SquadWe had another absentee week last week and Rafe is here to explain why the show may be a little irregular for August. Please stick around though, because we'll be back on a regular schedule as soon as we can be! Rafe also talks about his upcoming appearance on Double Edged Double Bill to discuss Cerebral Sci-Fi (out Tuesday) and give a brief, spoiler-free review of The Suicide Squad.
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2021-08-1608 minHave Not Seen This76. The Way, Way Back (2013) with Mike BurtonFor a while, it seemed that Fox Searchlight could do no wrong, and The Way, Way Back is part of that winning streak. Guest Mike Burton joins the podcast to talk about this excellently assembled independent film with Rafe. They talk about their various experiences with summer vacations, the amazing use of the cast within the movie, and much, much more!
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2021-08-051h 14Have Not Seen This75. The King of Comedy (1982) with Thomas MarianiThomas Mariani returns to the podcast. Previously we've talked about Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story and The Muppets Take Manhattan. This time Rafe and Thomas talk about an underappreciated Martin Scorsese film, The King of Comedy, which was driven back into the spotlight a few years ago because of the film Joker. Just how much of an influence did Scorsese have on Todd Phillips's movie? Has Rafe come around on Robert De Niro yet? And how relevant is a satirical black comedy from the '80s today? We discuss all of this and more!
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2021-07-221h 06Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Kids on Bikes MoviesLast week's Friday inquiry got a lot of responses, so this week's Beyond the Screens is spent talking about the various "Kids on Bikes" movies that people love. Rafe is joined by a special guest to talk about those and announce one of the upcoming projects Rafe has been working on. We hope you'll be as excited about it as we are, and we'll see you on Thursday for our next regular movie discussion!
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2021-07-1917 minHave Not Seen This74. The Goonies (1985) with Valerie MossThis week Rafe is joined by guest Valerie Moss to talk about a classic adventure movie from their childhoods, The Goonies. We talk about why this movie was so relatable to us as kids (and why kids today might not relate as much to it), the power of its ensemble cast, whether we'd want to see a sequel, the recent passing of Richard Donner, and why even the bad guys are an amazing part of The Goonies story.
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2021-07-151h 09Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Friday Inquiries and Black WidowWe missed a Beyond the Screens last week due to the Fourth of July, so we've got some catching up to do. We read responses to Friday Inquiries talking about what characters should appear in a Who Framed Roger Rabbit sequel and maybe the shape that sequel could take, and what movie characters we'd like to have as friends. Rafe also provides a brief, spoiler-free review of the latest entry into the MCU, Black Widow. We'll see you on Thursday for our next regular episode!
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2021-07-1208 minHave Not Seen This73. I Love You, Man (2009) with Alex KunkaAlex Kunka returns to the show to talk about one of Rafe's favorite comedies, I Love You, Man. The two talk about the different perspectives they have on the movie, from Rafe having few friends to Alex's engagement and pending wedding. Along the way they talk about some of the questions the movie raises, like the similarities in romantic and platonic relationships, the problem with the stereotypical male image, and the lack of rules for making - and maintaining - friendships.
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2021-07-081h 06Have Not Seen This72. Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988) with Hem Cleveland and Eyþór from The Lucky DieWe have two members of The Lucky Die returning this week to talk about Disney's groundbreaking Who Framed Roger Rabbit. Hem Cleveland last appeared to discuss Disney's Beauty and the Beast and Eyþór was on earlier this year to talk about Stardust. This week Rafe and guests talk about mixing animation and live-action, the brilliant (and often overlooked) human performances in the movie, the novel the movie was based on, and how open people would be to the scrapped sequel plans for the film. Eyþór may go off on a tirade or two along the way.
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2021-07-011h 14Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Documentaries About MoviesWe talked last week about Galaxy Quest and the documentary Never Surrender and a year ago we talked about The Emperor's New Groove and the documentary about that, The Sweatbox. What are some other great documentaries about movies? We got more answers to that question than expected. We also talk about what Rafe's been watching lately, and how this week's regular discussion episode is a first for this podcast. We'll see you Thursday for our regular movie discussion episode!
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2021-06-2811 minHave Not Seen This71. Galaxy Quest (1999) with Chris TallantListeners of Rafe's other podcast know Chris Tallant as co-host of their conversations about World of Warcraft. Listeners of this podcast may have heard Chris back in Episode 6 where they discussed The Kentucky Fried Movie. Chris was kind enough to fill in at the last minute this week, as Rafe and Chris discuss Galaxy Quest, which is arguably one of the best Star Trek movies ever made. The two discuss Chris's lack of experience with Star Trek, the Galaxy Quest that could have been, and how the movie launched quite a few careers.
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2021-06-241h 04Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Cartoon Adaptations and The Last BlockbusterWhat cartoon or toy line would you like to see adapted into a movie? We go through some great answers to this question from last week's Friday Inquiry. Rafe also muses on how streaming has changed (or killed) the movie selection process for couples and dates, thanks to his viewing of The Last Blockbuster. We'll be back on Thursday with our regular movie discussion episode.
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2021-06-2111 minHave Not Seen This70. G.I. Joe: the Movie (1987) with Mel GoreYou may remember a few months ago when we covered The Transformers: the Movie. Shortly after that episode aired, friend of the show Mel Gore reached out about doing this week's movie: G.I. Joe: the Movie. Considering how Rafe admitted in the previous episode that G.I. Joe was more his thing, it was obvious we were going to be looking at this one. Join Rafe and Mel as they discuss the similarities between the two animated films, debate G.I. Joe in the contemporary cultural climate, and come up with a script idea for the next big X...
2021-06-171h 21Have Not Seen ThisBeyond the Screens: Introductions and The Conjuring UniverseWe're trying something new with a series of mini-episodes we're calling "Beyond the Screens." These should give us the opportunity to touch upon content that falls outside of the usual guest-picks-a-movie format. In our first Beyond the Screens, Rafe explains the purpose behind these episodes, explains the long gap in between episodes recently, and talks about his plans for the summer. He also gives a quick look at The Conjuring movies, particularly the latest chapter, The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It. We'll be back on Thursday with our regular movie discussion episode.
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2021-06-1414 minHave Not Seen This69. Warrior (2011) with Alex WhiteleyThis week's guest, Alex Whiteley, brings the 2011 movie Warrior to the podcast for a great conversation. Listen as Rafe and Alex discuss Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton playing two very different protagonists who are destined to face each other in a mixed martial arts tournament - a conflict made deeper by the fact that they are actually brothers! We discuss this combination sports movie and family drama, featuring a brilliant performance from one of Rafe's least favorite actors: Nick Nolte, along with conversations about our own families and crying at movies.
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2021-06-101h 06Have Not Seen ThisSPECIAL: Oscar Predictions 2021 with Thomas Mariani, Emily Slade, and Mel GoreWe're carrying on a tradition from the old podcast this year, as a panel of movie experts gather around their microphones to discuss this year's Oscar nominees and make their predictions. Join Rafe along with Thomas Mariani, Emily Slade, and Mel Gore as they discuss their problems with Mank, their love of Promising Young Woman, and their predictions about who will be taking home an Oscar at this coming weekend's festivities.
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2021-04-202h 26Have Not Seen This68. The Jacket (2005) with Adam ThomasOnce upon a time Rafe and this week's returning guest, Adam Thomas, were setting themselves up to be Internet nemeses. Instead, they get together a second time to talk movies. This time it's the 2005 Adrien Brody/Kiera Knightly film The Jacket, a movie Rafe encourages everyone to check out. They discuss time travel in movies, good and bad American accents in film, the Bootstrap paradox, buying in to a movie wholesale, and more!
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2021-04-081h 10Have Not Seen This67. The Karate Kid (1984) with Brian DoucetteIt's would have been hard to imagine in 1984 the lasting legacy The Karate Kid would have. With three sequels, a remake, and the more recent revisit to the characters thanks to Cobra Kai, Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Miyagi's influence is undeniable, but that influence goes beyond the continuing story. Rafe and guest Brian Doucette discuss the personal effect the film has had on them over time, Brian's path through martial arts, and about a dozen other entertaining tangents.
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2021-04-011h 12Have Not Seen This66. The Devil's Rejects (2005) with Josh EvansWe dive back into horror this week with a movie Rafe had to vet before agreeing to cover on the show: Rob Zombie's The Devil's Rejects. The conversation comes from Josh Evans and Rafe and Josh talk about the evolution of Zombie as a filmmaker, films with despicable protagonists, and a few of Josh's suprising "Have Not Seen This" movies.
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2021-03-251h 08Have Not Seen This65. Relatos Salvajes (Wild Tales) (2014) with James RodriguesJames Rodrigues returns with another gem of a movie this week - Relatos Salvajes, aka Wild Tales, an anthology foreign film about Revenge... or is it Justice? Rafe and James debate the movie's themes, combine David Lynch and Pokémon, and discuss that one-inch barrier of subtitles when it comes to film.
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2021-03-181h 12Have Not Seen This64. Finding Nemo (2003) with Arch from The Lucky DieWe are joined this week by the fourth member of The Lucky Die podcast and he's picked a fantastic movie to discuss: Finding Nemo. Rafe and Arch talk about their own father-son relationships, the pedigree of the cast Disney/Pixar manages to get, the musical adaptation of this non-musical movie for the Disney parks, and more!
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Arch is part of The Lucky Die podcast.
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2021-03-041h 12Have Not Seen This63. Amazing Grace and Chuck (1987) with Harvey LaguerreSometimes guests pick a movie you love, sometimes they pick a movie you've never heard of, and sometimes they pick a movie you haven't thought of in several decades. This week's film is solidly in that last category. Join Rafe and guest Harvey as they talk about nuclear disarmament in this little-known '80s flick about a young baseball player and a professional basketball player taking on the global nuclear threat of the Cold War.
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2021-02-111h 09Have Not Seen This62. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) with Mal FosterEternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is one of those movies that Rafe goes absolutely ga-ga over when a guest brings it up. The movie is brought to the show this week by Mal Foster and the two discuss whether the relationship in the movie is healthy or toxic, where they were with their own relationship statuses when they first saw the movie, and the vast supporting cast of a movie best known for its two stars.
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2021-01-271h 12Have Not Seen This61. Being There (1979) with Ron TelschRafe's dad returns to the podcast with a political satire just in time for inauguration day. If you only know Peter Sellers from the Pink Panther movies and Doctor Strangelove, you owe it to yourself to check out Being There, the story of a simple man who is confused for someone far more complex. Rafe and his dad, Ron Telsch, talk about how the political satire of the late '70s still holds a mirror up to today's political system, Sellers and MacClaine's astounding performances, and how "Life is a state of mind."
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2021-01-201h 04Have Not Seen This60. Stardust (2007) with Eyþór from The Lucky DieWe're kicking off 2021 with a fantastic "Have Not Seen This" type movie: Stardust, brought to the show by the third member of The Lucky Die podcast to join us: Eyþór. We talk about swashbuckling pirates (including Robert De Niro), scheming princes, malevolent witches, and debate whether the power of love should be enough to conquer all evil.
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2021-01-141h 10Have Not Seen This59. The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984) with Thomas MarianiFormer guest Thomas Mariani returns to the show and we're talking Muppets. While our movie specifically is The Muppets Take Manhattan, Rafe and Thomas use that as an opportunity to talk about many Muppet things, from the recent Muppets Now to an older holiday-appropriate classic: Emmet Otter's Jugband Christmas. Have a great week and a Merry Christmas to you all!
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2020-12-241h 16Have Not Seen This58. The Iron Giant (1999) with Perry WilsonYou probably recognize the iconic appearance of the Iron Giant, but how many of you have actually seen the film? That makes it the perfect film for this show as Rafe is joined by guest Perry Wilson to discuss his pick, The Iron Giant. We talk about why the movie may not have gotten the attention it deserved when it was first released, previous films that may have had an influence on writer/director Brad Bird, and the influence this film may have had on more contemporary movies - it's an Iron Giant legacy!
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2020-12-171h 10Have Not Seen This57. The Great Muppet Caper (1982) with Connor J. BurkeTo celebrate the holiday season this year, we're doing a run of children's movies, because to Rafe, the holidays helps recapture that feeling of childhood. We kick things off this week with The Great Muppet Caper. Hear Rafe and guest Connor J. Burke discuss their childhood experiences with the Muppets, their take on the latest series to feature Kermit and friends, and why Charles Grodin may be the best human to have interacted with the Muppets on film.
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2020-12-101h 09Have Not Seen This56. Rush (2013) with John VaughanThis week Rafe is joined by a fellow film podcaster: John Vaughan of the Film Rush podcast. John's pick was the 2013 Ron Howard racing movie, Rush. The two talk about the pick being strange considering Formula One racing isn't usually a huge thing in the U.S., fawn over Chris Hemsworth, and wonder why Daniel Bruhl hasn't turned into a bigger star. Warning: racing puns abound.
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2020-12-021h 10Have Not Seen This55. UHF (1989) with Lauren Carey"Weird Al" Yankovic is known for his song parodies, but did you realize he made a movie too? This week's guest, Lauren Carey, and Rafe talk about the enduring legacy of Weird Al, the numerous soon-to-be comedy superstars that assembled for UHF, a comedy full of movie parodies of the quality you'd expect from the guy who brought you "Eat It" and "It's All About the Pentiums". This is definitely one of those movies that if you have not seen, you should!
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2020-11-181h 08Have Not Seen This54. Hot Fuzz (2007) with Jack HewsonWhen Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg, and Nick Frost team up, hilarity is bound to happen. This week we look at the second film in the "Cornetto Trilogy," Hot Fuzz. Guest Jack Hewson and Rafe discuss how they may have unfairly compared this movie to the other films in the trilogy, and how brilliantly the script is put together to create not only a hilarious comedy, but also a fantastic murder mystery of its own.
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2020-11-111h 06Have Not Seen This53. Grey Gardens (1975) with Elizabeth MacDuffieWe tackle our first documentary this week with guest Elizabeth MacDuffie and her pick: Grey Gardens. Among other things, we discuss the crazy antics of the Beales, the Documentary Now! parody "Sandy Passage," the objectivity of documentaries, the birth of direct cinema, and more!
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2020-11-041h 04Have Not Seen This52. The Blob (1988) with Drew MeyerHappy Halloween everybody! We bring you a full-sized candy bar length episode this week as returning guest Drew Meyer and Rafe dive into another '80s horror remake: The Blob. Drew has some strong feelings on this one, folks. Is it an often overlooked gem of '80s horror? Is Meg Penny a female hero on par with Alien's Ellen Ripley? Listen as we discuss with a spoiler-filled conversation!
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2020-10-281h 47Have Not Seen This51. The Blood on Satan's Claw (1971) with Emily SladeThe last time Emily was on the show we discussed Labyrinth, but now it's October and time to look at spooky movies! Listen as Rafe and Emily discuss the movie we couldn't feature, Ghostwatch, before diving into this week's pick: The Blood on Satan's Claw. We goof on gorilla gloves, debate strong female characters vs. those possessed by Satan, and have a rollicking good time.
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2020-10-211h 10Have Not Seen This50. The Transformers: The Movie (1986) with Mike SeibertIt's episode 50 and we've got a big announcement to make. After that, we turn our attention to '80s nostalgia with The Transformers: The Movie thanks to this week's guest, Mike Seibert. Were you a G.I. Joe kid or a Transformers kid? How did this movie shape an entire franchise in an era before "Intellectual Property" was a thing? And why does "Weird Al" have a song in the middle of a rock and roll animated film? Join us as we find out - One shall stand; One shall fall!
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2020-10-141h 17Have Not Seen This49. Hercules Returns (1993) with Chris from Generation RandomWe take our first trip into Australian film with a movie I would bet good money most of you have not seen: Hercules Returns, a comedy that takes a 1960s Hercules movie and dubs in new audio. The film is picked by this week's guest Chris, from Generation Random. Along with their discussion of the movie, Rafe gets a feel for the movie-going experience in Australia and their general mindset toward things.
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2020-10-071h 10Have Not Seen This48. The Last Starfighter (1984) with Jodi KrangleWhen The Last Starfighter hit theaters, critics were quick to draw comparisons to Star Wars and other space operas of the time. But was Last Starfighter more of an influence on other works than we give it credit for? That’s one of the questions this week’s guest, Jodi Krangle, poses as she and Rafe dive into this ‘80s cult classic. They discuss Robert Preston continuing his Music Man performance, the recent Netflix docuseries High Score, where a sequel could go, and similarities to other movies that came after The Last Starfighter that may have drawn upon this overlo...
2020-09-301h 09Have Not Seen This47. Road House (1989) with Sean ConnellHe's brainy, he's brawny, and he once killed a man by ripping out their throat with his bare hands. He's Dalton, the bouncer of Road House, one of Patrick Swayze's better-known roles. Join Rafe and guest Sean Connell as they dive into this iconic '80s picture that Rafe had not seen until this point. Who would win in a fight - Swayze or Sam Elliott? Just how mustache-twirling villain can Ben Gazzarra play? And even though this movie wasn't well received, did it help save Swayze's career from oblivion?
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2020-09-231h 03Have Not Seen This46. The Wraith (1987) with Casey EdisonWhat do Charlie Sheen, Randy Quaid, Sherilyn Fenn, and two characters best described as the "bully Statler and Waldorf" have in common? The 1987 sci-fi/horror film The Wraith, which Rafe discusses with this week's guest Casey Edison. Rafe and Casey talk "bad" movies, '80s movie tropes, the popularity of Quaid and Fenn, and lots more as they dive into this movie most of you probably have not seen.
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2020-09-161h 07Have Not Seen This45. I Come In Peace aka Dark Angel (1990) with Robert SolomonWhen you think '80s and '90s action, you tend to think of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone's powerhouse blockbusters. But there's a vast array of B-movie sci-fi action films from the time period, starring some of the action stars who would support Arnold and Sly in their bigger endeavors. This week's movie is one of those: I Come In Peace (also known as Dark Angel) starring Dolph Lundgren. Our guest, Robert Solomon, brings a great conversation about I Come In Peace, B-movies in general, and about as many tangents as we can go down in a single sit...
2020-09-101h 07Have Not Seen This44. Disney's Beauty and the Beast (1991) with Hem ClevelandThis week's guest, Hem Cleveland, is a podcaster and voice artist, so it seems appropriate that she picked an animated movie to talk about on the show: Disney's Beauty and the Beast. We discuss vocal performing, Disney archetypes, anti-intellectualism, and a talking candelabra, as we dig through the first animated film to get an Oscar nomination for Best Picture.
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2020-08-271h 12Have Not Seen This43. Batman Returns (1992) with Joe McDonnellGuest Joe McDonnell started out just looking for a podcast that discussed Tim Burton's only directed sequel, Batman Returns. Little did he know he would soon be taking part in a conversation as a guest on a show doing exactly that. Rafe and Joe discuss how well Burton's Batman follow up holds up today, the impact of stuffing a superhero film with villains, and how contested classifying Batman Returns as "a movie for kids" or "a movie for adults" wound up being, to the point that even McDonalds had an opinion on the matter.
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2020-08-061h 22Have Not Seen This42. John Carpenter's The Thing (1982) with Drew MeyerJohn Carpenter's The Thing is a creepy enough movie on its own, but add in the context of 2020's pandemic situation and a movie where an undetectable threat infiltrates an isolated science base suddenly gets a lot creepier. Rafe is joined by Who & Company's Drew Meyer to talk about the impact of context, why this movie almost ruined the careers of those involved, the influence of Agatha Christie on genre films, and more!
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2020-07-231h 17Have Not Seen This41. Monte Walsh (1970) with Jeff MohrWe haven't had a proper western on the show yet, but that changes this week as we look at the end of the cowboy era in Monte Walsh, starring Lee Marvin and Jack Palance. The source of the movie is a bit unusual, as guest Jeff Mohr (of Gruesome Magazine) is usually a horror guy, but his love for this movie quickly becomes apparent. Listen as Rafe and Jeff talk about the end of the western era, the 2003 remake, and more!
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2020-07-091h 15Have Not Seen This40. Warcraft (2016) with Luke KunkaThis week, guest Luke Kunka brings Warcraft to the show for discussion (if that name sounds familiar, it's because he's the brother of Alex Kunka who brought The Secret Life of Walter Mitty for a previous episode). Rafe and Luke talk about the video game adaptation and how it changed the story created through Warcraft games and novels for a big screen retelling. We also discuss the idea of fan service, and how you create moments that fans can appreciate without alienating newcomers to a franchise.
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2020-07-021h 07Have Not Seen This39. The Emperor's New Groove (2000) with Scotty MooreWe're diving into our first animated Disney feature this week with guest Scotty Moore of the BS Network. Scotty is out to set a record for the most podcast appearances and we were happy to have him on our show to add to his count. Rafe and Scotty discuss the train wreck that was the making of Kingdom of the Sun (which eventually became The Emperor's New Groove), crying at Disney films, and the documentary The Sweatbox (which can currently be found on YouTube).
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2020-06-251h 09Have Not Seen This38. Blood Simple (1984) with Chris EcklundThis week is a special episode for Rafe - not only is it a great conversation about Blood Simple, the first movie from the Coen Brothers, but the guest is one of Rafe's childhood friends. Rafe and Chris met in high school and immediately became good friends, sharing a love of movies, gaming, and video games. This week's episode reconnects them after a decade as talk about the Coen Brothers' debut film, which is an absolute must see film.
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2020-06-181h 15Have Not Seen This37. Sharknado (2013) with Sara NewellSummer should be a time for popcorn-blockbuster films, but with the state of the world right now the closest we're going to get are the ones we can stream, so what better time to check out 2013's Sharknado (which had a limited one-night-only theatrical release). Rafe is joined by Sara Newell to talk about the first in SyFy's shark-laden franchise. We start to lay down rules for a Sharknado drinking game, but mostly keep saying how absolutely absurd this week's choice is.
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2020-06-111h 05Have Not Seen This36. This Is Spinal Tap (1984) with Marc from Performance AnxietyLast week we talked about The Beatles faux-documentary A Hard Day's Night, so what better movie to follow that up with than a mockumentary about a heavy metal band, This Is Spinal Tap. The timing of the move feels rather appropriate as well, given the recent loss of comedian Fred Willard, who appears in one of Spinal Tap's scenes. The movie is brought to us this week by Marc from the Performance Anxiety podcast. Rafe and Marc talk about the cultural impact of Spinal Tap, both in the comedy and musical worlds, and the brilliance of the leads, Christopher Gue...
2020-05-271h 04Have Not Seen This35. A Hard Day's Night (1964) with Lindsay StamhuisThere's no denying the cultural behemoth that is The Beatles, but how many of you have actually seen their cinematic endeavors, which started in 1964 with A Hard Day's Night? Their film debut is an enduring work of art that has had a lasting effect on the movie world, including clear influences upon more contemporary rock band stories. Rafe and guest Lindsay Stamhuis talk about those influences, how A Hard Day's Night captures the personalities of the individual members of The Beatles, and even a possible Mandela Effect moment regarding one of the movie's punchlines.
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2020-05-211h 03Have Not Seen This34. Day of the Dead (1985) with George HeftlerThis week's episode is one we've been holding onto for a while - given the state of the world it just didn't feel right to watch or discuss a post-apocalyptic zombie movie. But for some reason, the timing feels right now. We can't say whether that's because of the social commentary at the heart of George Romero's Day of the Dead or because the conversation Rafe has with guest George Heftler feels appropriate right now, but regardless the timing feels right. Listen as Rafe and George talk about zombie films as social commentary, fast moving zombies vs. slow moving z...
2020-05-131h 07Have Not Seen This33. Harold and Maude (1971) with Brett BarnettHappy (late) Star Wars day and happy (early) Mother's Day! This week was almost a lost episode as we were scheduled to record just as the COVID-19 pandemic broke out and locked everything down, but thankfully we managed to reconnect and make the conversation happen, and I'm certainly glad we did. Harold and Maude may be a darker comedy, but it is certainly a movie worth seeing and talking about. Rafe is joined by Brett Barnett and the two talk about life, death, the old filmmaking adage of "show, don't tell" and a movie that breaks a of storytelling e...
2020-05-061h 09Have Not Seen This32. Live Die Repeat: Edge of Tomorrow (2014) with Daniel from Passion FruitsWe're still trying to keep things lighter given the current cultural climate, but "light" doesn't only have to mean comedy, as we are reminded of thanks to Daniel (of the Passion Fruits podcast) who brings Edge of Tomorrow for this week's conversation. Rafe and Daniel talk about Tom Cruise as an actor, time travel stories, try to dissect the ending of the movie, and ponder what direction the story might go in the announced plans for a sequel.
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2020-04-301h 02Have Not Seen This31. Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975) with Austin WestAt first we were a bit worried that an episode about Monty Python and the Holy Grail would consist of just quoting the lines from the movie for an hour, but thankfully we were able to get past that and have a decent conversation about the movie. Join Rafe and guest Austin West as they talk about whether Monty Python is just "guy comedy," elements of the movie you may have missed the first (or second, or third) time through, and Rafe's son's reaction to seeing this comedy classic for the first time.
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2020-04-221h 06Have Not Seen This30. The Graduate (1967) with Chad SchreinerYou probably know the iconic moments from various film montages, but how many of you have actually seen the 1967 Dustin Hoffman comedy The Graduate? Rafe had not, but this week he fixes that, courtesy of his conversation with Script-Promptu member Chad Schreiner. Rafe and Chad discuss why parts of the movie don't hold up so well in today's culture, how brilliant Hoffman was as a comedic actor, and the importance of Simon & Garfunkel's music in this Mike Nichols' classic film.
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2020-04-151h 15Have Not Seen This29. Fletch (1985) with Price AsheIf you're looking for lighter-fare, as we're trying to focus on for a little while, it doesn't get much lighter than Fletch, the 1985 Chevy Chase comedy about an investigative reporter who "changes identities more than he changes his underwear." This week Reel Rundown co-host Price Ashe joins Rafe to talk about Fletch, Chevy Chase, contemporary actors who could take Chase's mantle, and oddly enough, Tiger King. Also, be sure to go to Podchaser before April 16th and leave reviews for your favorite podcasts to help raise money for Meals on Wheels.
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2020-04-081h 12Have Not Seen This28. The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013) with Alex KunkaThe Secret Life of Walter Mitty is an almost perfect HNST movie. It brags an impressive cast, including Ben Stiller (who also directed), Kristen Wiig, Adam Scott, and Shirley MacLaine. It has a surprising amount of substance, leading to an excellent conversation about the movie and how Rafe and guest Alex Kunka related to it. But somehow, it's also largely overlooked. It's definitely a movie worth your time and Rafe and Alex wind up having a fantastic discussion about the movie, life choices (and maybe some regrets), online dating, and how our perceptions are impacted by social media.
2020-04-011h 07Have Not Seen This27. Labyrinth (1986) with Emily SladeLabyrinth is a film that has been maligned on several episodes of the podcast thus far, so it's about time someone came on the show to defend it. That "someone" is Emily Slade, who provides one of our most entertaining episodes to date. Rafe and Emily discuss his previous remarks about Jennifer Connelly's acting in Labyrinth, investigate the relationship her character, Sarah, has with the different denizens of the puzzle (including David Bowie's Jareth), and explore more aspects of the movie than you probably thought were even possible. A definite must-listen-to episode!
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2020-03-251h 18Have Not Seen This26. John Wick (2014) with Millan SinghThis week we look at the most contemporary film to come to Have Not Seen This: John Wick. Believe it or not, however, it is a movie Rafe had not seen until preparing for this episode. Listen to Rafe and guest Millan Singh (SpyFy After Dark) talk about the amazing action sequences and Keanu Reeves' as an actor, before digging deeper into the world created for the movie and the idea of "honor among thieves."
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2020-03-181h 06Have Not Seen This25. The Matrix (1999) with YagamiWe go down the rabbit hole this week for The Matrix, a movie that has been a long time coming for Rafe to discuss on a podcast. Our guest is Yagami, who brings an amazing passion about movies and a very unique perspective as someone in a developing country. Rafe and Yagami discuss movie theaters, the 3D film phenomenon, philosophy, anime films, and (of course) The Matrix. It's an excellent episode that is destined to be one of our "Best of" episodes.
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2020-03-111h 15Have Not Seen This24. One Crazy Summer (1986) with Michael CopelandBack in episode 5, Rafe mentioned that his onscreen avatar tended to be John Cusack, who often played roles that Rafe connected with deeply. Knowing that, it's a bit surprising to discover he had not seen One Crazy Summer, a young Cusack coming-of-age movie that probably would have connected well with Rafe at the time. How well does he connect with it now? Join Rafe and guest Michael Copeland as they reflect upon their own school experiences (including Rafe's time as a teacher) as they look at this gag-filled comedy from 1986.
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2020-03-051h 02Have Not Seen This23. Strange Days (1995) with Matt SlayerThis week's movie was a surprising beast to track down in order to watch - something Rafe talks about in the intro and in the interview with this week's guest, Matt Slayer. Matt brought 1995's Strange Days to the show, a movie Rafe loves due to Ralph Fiennes' awesome performance, although it had been a while since he last saw the movie. Matt and Rafe talk about the range of movies Fiennes took on after Schindler's List, an equally wide spectrum of movies for Angela Basset around the same time, and how frighteningly predictive Strange Days has become, even if...
2020-02-261h 05Have Not Seen This22. Hot Rod (2007) with Garret from Garret Talks To HimselfIf you've watched Saturday Night Live since the turn of the century, most likely you're aware of Lonely Island, a trio of comedians who have gone on to make quite the name for themselves beyond the halls of SNL with their digital shorts and feature films. Their first film was Hot Rod, an absurd 2007 comedy about the world's worst stuntman. This week, Rafe is joined by guest Garret, from Garret Talks To Himself, to talk about the movie, the perception of SNL's "golden age," and just how weird absurdist comedy can be, even when it's inspired by real life....
2020-02-191h 05Have Not Seen This21. The Princess Bride (1986) with Kate WallingaYou know the story and its lines: "As you wish," "My name is Inigo Montoya, you killed my father. Prepare to die." But I would bet you don't look at The Princess Bride the same way as this week's guest, Kate Wallinga. Listen as Kate and Rafe dig into this classic fairy tale movie, discuss being introduced to movies via network television, and consider that a strong female figure doesn't always mean a feminist character.
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2020-02-121h 06Have Not Seen This20. A Clockwork Orange (1971) with Johanna from Fresh HellMost people know some of the iconic images from Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange, but how many people have actually seen the film? This week Rafe and Johanna from the Fresh Hell podcast dive into the movie to talk about aspects both familiar and foreign for those who only know those iconic shots. We discuss how the violence and depiction of women make the film rather unfriendly for a female audience, draw parallels between the film's Ludovico technique and contemporary programs like "Pray Away the Gay," and try to determine just what Kubrick was trying to say with this di...
2020-02-051h 05Have Not Seen This19. Midnight Run (1988) with Aram MartinezWe've previously looked at Robert De Niro in The Mission, but most people think of De Niro as a tough guy, playing gangsters and brutes. Midnight Run was the movie that really changed that for the actor, opening the door into the world of comedy. This week Rafe looks at the '80s action-comedy, brought to the show by comedian/actor Aram Martinez, and Rafe may never quite look at De Niro the same way again.
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2020-01-291h 02Have Not Seen This16. The Fifth Element (1997) with D.E. MedusFor a blockbuster film, The Fifth Element provides a surprising amount of jumping off points for discussion. Join Rafe and guest D.E. Medus as they discuss what it means for this film to be "another Bruce Willis movie," complain about spoilers in trailers, debate whether Leeloo is an empowering female figure, and determine what happened to Chris Tucker as he's faded from the screen.
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2020-01-081h 15Have Not Seen This15. Scott Pilgrim vs the World (2015) with Mike from Talk'n PopsAt first glance, Scott Pilgrim vs the World is a high octane film that pays tribute to video games and comic books in a near ADD presentation. Look at bit deeper, however, and you'll find some astute observations about love and the fragile nature of relationships. Rafe dives in deep this week with guest Mike from Talk'n Pops as they talk about collecting Funko Pops, dating, becoming the villain, and hipster culture.
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2020-01-011h 09Have Not Seen This14. The Bishop's Wife (1947) with Laura UberYou know Miracle on 34th Street, or A Christmas Carol, or A Christmas Story, but somehow The Bishop's Wife is a holiday movie that has disappeared from the cultural lexicon despite its holiday content and multiple Oscar nominations. This week Rafe talks with guest Laura Uber about why this Cary Grant classic should not be forgotten, how hard it is not to compare it to another movie featuring a visiting angel, It's a Wonderful Life, (and why this movie might be better), and a bit of what life is like for those who choose to talk the path of Santa...
2019-12-251h 10Have Not Seen This13. Leviathan (1989) with James JacksonThe late '90s saw one of the frequent waves of similarly conceived film projects, this time tackling supernatural threats in the underwater world: The Abyss, DeepStar Six, and this week's film Leviathan (not to be confused with the 2014 fishing village drama of the same name). How does Leviathan stack up against the other underwater threats of 1989? Why is it so hard for critics and fans to describe this film without referencing other movies? And how does Rafe deal with admitting he didn't like a movie very much?
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2019-12-181h 00Have Not Seen This12. SLC Punk! (1998) with Jono UberThis week brings another new movie that Rafe was not aware of before this podcast: SLC Punk!, which stars Matthew Lillard and Micahel A. Goorjian as a pair of punk rockers in Salt Lake City at a turning point in their life. While discussing the movie Rafe and guest Jono Uber reminisce about working in movie theaters, speculate what kinds of lengths their sons will have to go through to pull one over on them, and consider just what it meant/means to be "punk".
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2019-12-111h 06Have Not Seen This11. Dark City (1998) with Adam ThomasWhile many, many people have seen The Matrix, far fewer people have seen the similar post-modern science-fiction film Dark City, which only came out a year before Neo's first chapter. While both movies follow post-modern ideologies, they are distinctly different and Dark City definitely deserves a viewing, so this week Rafe and guest Adam Thomas dive into Dark City's philosophical goodness.
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Have Not Seen ThisIntermission: The Weekly Blend Audio Show #155 (with Kevin Smith)Due to unexpected events, we don't have a movie recorded to have a conversation about this week, so we dug into the archives of The Weekly Blend Audio Show and pulled out this old gem from October 2008, where Kevin Smith joined hosts Rafe Telsch, Margaret Williams, and Tim Kennard. It's an interesting snapshot in time, where Iron Man was just coming out on DVD and Blu-ray, The Dark Knight was in theaters, and the Watchmen movie was in a troubled production. How many of the movies we discussed back then had an impact? How many of them have been all...
2019-11-201h 09Have Not Seen This8. Pootie Tang (2001) with Marissa TallantThis week's movie offers the first opportunity to discuss the need to separate art and artist - a conversation I have no doubt we will return to again in the future. It also enters the realm of "blaxploitation," a genre Rafe admits he doesn't have much experience with. So why tackle this film? Because guest Marissa Tallant chose it! She explains why as part of their conversation that dives into these topics.
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Have Not Seen This7. Robot & Frank (2012) with Ron TelschGrowing old is an inevitability, and in the process we do tend to lose some of our memory. The movie Robot & Frank looks at this aspect of life as part of its story about an unusual friendship between an elderly man and a robot. Rafe's dad, Ron Telsch, shares this movie for our discussion this week as we talk about geriatric heists, robots, and "nice" movies.
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2019-10-301h 05Have Not Seen This5. Willow (1988) with Monica SiegfredIt seems appropriate that a friend made through World of Warcraft would bring an epic fantasy tale like Willow to the table for this week's conversation. We talk about the criticism of George Lucas making another derivative story and how that criticism really didn't have an impact on how much Rafe and guest Monica Siegfred enjoyed the story of Willow Ufgood, Elora Danaan, and Madmartigan on their epic quest to save the kingdom from evil. Is the movie still good or does it suffer from the "toxic impulse" of nostalgia? How well does it hold up now that The...
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